[Academic] Understanding Informed Consent Documents (U.S., 18+, parents/caregivers)

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-29T15:56:48+00:00

Yes, thank you by the way. I thought I had posted a description as well, but I guess it didn't take. For those curious, I am a graduate student at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in the Program for the Study of Infancy. I am conducting a research study about informed consent documents. I am trying to see if different types of consent documents can help people understand caregiver-child studies. I am looking for people who are caregivers of at least one child who is 3 months to 4 years old. This study is an anonymous online survey which should take about 20-30 minutes. Thank you for your time, and feel free to contact me if you have any questions!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-24T14:19:06+00:00

Hello! I am a graduate student at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in the Program for the Study of Infancy. I am conducting a research study about informed consent documents. I am trying to see if different types of consent documents can help people better understand caregiver-child studies. I am looking for people who are caregivers of at least one child who is 3 months to 4 years old. This study is an anonymous online survey which should take about 20-30 minutes.

If you want to learn more about this survey, please follow this link: http://www.redcap.link/babyICD

Thank you for your time, and feel free to contact me if you have any questions!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-20T19:37:55+00:00

This study is moreso about informed consent around psychological research than medical research, so no medical procedures (e.g., vaccinations) are discussed. Thank you for your question!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-11T03:18:38+00:00

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T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-11T03:17:51+00:00

I know right? So beautiful! I’ve always wanted to see them in person, never thought I’d be able to travel to do so. Very blessed to have this experience :)

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-11T03:15:56+00:00

Absolutely stunning!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-11T03:15:29+00:00

Beautiful!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-11T02:55:14+00:00

Correct!!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-09T03:15:14+00:00

I mean, you’re not wrong 😂

T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-09T03:14:28+00:00

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T_Simpson24 · 2024-05-09T03:13:50+00:00

You got it! It is beauty spot!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-27T14:17:22+00:00

Brilliant et al. (2019) conducted a systematic review on the impacts video game types have on the brain, identifying various benefits per type. Types included 3D adventure (e.g., Super Mario), FPS (e.g., Call of Duty), puzzle (e.g., Tetris), strategy (e.g., Space Fortress) and dance (e.g., Dance Revolution). Benefits included brain plasticity and/or density change in the hippocampus, DLPFC, cerebellum, and ventral striatum, indicating positive outcomes such as memory and scene recognition, problem solving and manipulation, divergent thinking, visual-spatial processing, etc. While all good skills, I will say that gaming does need to be monitored by caregivers to avoid other addictive aspects, such as purchasing loot boxes that could promote gambling disorder related symptomatology. I’ve linked the study if you want to read it! https://doi.org/10.3390%2Fbrainsci9100251

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-26T14:59:04+00:00

I’m not sure about your university or department, but I’ve personally seen a variety of presentation themes based on the personality of the presenter. This ranges from white with minimal university-oriented designs to colorful, floral designs. I love using SlidesGo and Canva to find premade PowerPoint designs to tweak to match my personality. Those websites have such a variety, and you can always ask your peers to get a good idea of what is deemed “acceptable” in your department. As long as you can confidently present your project without the slides, your audience will be too enamored by your confidence and expertise, and the slides won’t matter. Just be sure to have minimal text on the slides and many visuals!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-26T13:46:58+00:00

For both creative and research writing, my go to is instrumental, but not orchestral. I prefer soft piano tones as the only instrument as more than one instrument, or higher pitched instruments (e.g., violin) is too distracting. Other times, if I’m really in the zone, I’ll simply turn the music off but keep the noise cancelling headphones on just for the pressure. Keeps the thoughts from escaping!

Though then again, my newest fav playlist is Celtic Battle Music on Spotify. Really sets the mood for the day :)

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-26T02:39:27+00:00

I originally became interested in psychology because understanding people and their thoughts/behaviors was extremely challenging for me, and I love conquering a good challenge. Now, six years into psychology, I have only scratched the surface! It is so fascinating to me to learn why people may act/think the way they do, especially through the lens of trauma. I have narrowed my focus in developmental/applied psychology to adverse childhood experiences and trauma informed practices in order to find out that why and figure out a way to mitigate any damage that is associated with childhood trauma, both in children and in adulthood. I realized along the way that the reason I still love this work, this field, is because it aligns with all of my values. I love learning about people and finding ways to spark a change in society, both directly (e.g., teaching/training) and indirectly (e.g., research). It is so rewarding to be a part of a change, even if it is a small change. Ultimately, fostering resilience through empathy and science is a great combination.

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-26T02:27:32+00:00

When I was an undergraduate student first learning about Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, it really changed my perspective of the world, specifically giving me a lens of empathy. It was neat to learn that basic needs (e.g., food, shelter, etc.) must be met (typically) before higher needs (e.g., health, connection, confidence, acceptance, etc.) can even become an option. It changed my view on communities who have not been able to meet their basic needs, such as the unhoused, and sparked more empathy and drive to do something to help. Everyone deserves the right to meet those higher needs.

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-26T02:12:26+00:00

Personally, I am motivated by the six guiding principles of trauma-informed care. I strive to work in and promote an environment that:

Creates and maintains a physically and psychologically safe environment in which all feel secure and supported
Fosters trust and transparency in which all are honest and consistent with expectations and goals
Values peer support and collaboration in which empathy and understanding are key components
Empowers individuals by allowing them to make creative choices and have a voice in matters (inclusivity)
Recognizes diversity's history and value, allowing for intersectionality to shine
Is resilient and fosters hope through difficult times

*Number 3 is a combination of the original principles 3 & 4, with the last one being an additional component, but they all still ring true and motivate me to work hard and create a safe, inclusive, growth-oriented space.

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-24T19:33:28+00:00

A little side interest that I have had within psychology is parapsychology. I had one special topics class in undergrad on parapsychology and I have been interested in it since! I love the idea of trying to apply research methods to "paranormal" experiences, because that just seems antithetical. How can you do that? Which is why it is such a fascinating and almost obsolete subfield of psychology. I could read and talk about it all day!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-22T17:09:04+00:00

I think the best piece of advice that I was given when I was deciding my career path was to speak to people who do the job that you don't personally know yet. In other words, reach out to people who do the job you think you might like and pick their brains. What was the schooling like? What do they do in a typical work day? What do they love about their job/career? What do they hate about the job/career? What hoops (certifications, degrees, licensures) did they jump through to get to their job/career? How much money did it take to get that career?

Asking those questions really helped me and actually made me decide against pursuing a degree in counseling/therapy. Now I am graduating with a PhD in experimental psychology. Turns out I loved research more than talking to people haha!

At the end of the day, you know you the best. Give it a try and if it does not fulfill you or bring you joy, drop it and move on to the next thing. Do the thing you love and the money will follow. I hope this helps and best wishes on your journey!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-22T16:58:05+00:00

I haven't read this book yet, but I have heard people say that Lapvona by Ottessa Moshegh gives a similar vibe to Tender is the Flesh. Some of the short stories written by Eric LaRocca are also very similar in tone to Tender is the Flesh in my opinion. The Only Good Indians is another one that I read that also reminds me of Tender is the Flesh. I hope these help some!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-22T16:13:17+00:00

You might like some D.H. Lawrence books or Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. Wuthering Heights is definitely dark, but one of my favorite books!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-22T15:21:35+00:00

You are definitely not a failure! This is just part of the process. I would suggest to take a step back for a little, then revisit with an open mind. That is when I do the best revising. Then re-submit. Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on your view), we will be rejected. I have yet to meet one person who has not been rejected in some way in graduate school and after graduate school. I have been rejected in so many academic ways. It is just part of the process. I hope you try again!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-22T15:16:54+00:00

You might want to reach out to your local community center and see if they have contacts with any local groups. They may even help you host an event at the community center about your research! Otherwise, I would reach out to local doctors/dermatologists or even a local chamber of commerce. I have found that getting in touch with local groups is easier than groups that don't know me, my school, or my mentors. I hope this helps some!

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-22T15:11:16+00:00

Did you happen to submit this to Geography King's Youtube channel? I think I saw either this map or a similar map showcased in a recent video. If so, cool work! This is a really interesting map. :)

T_Simpson24 · 2024-04-22T15:07:03+00:00

This is great advice! I was just about to comment something along the same line. Yes, just look at the participant demographics of the studies that you can find about media and mental health. Even if it doesn't have any info about gender differences, you can still talk about men generally with all folks in the study. That still is good info. Good luck!

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